Training and raising a husky at home

Husky is a breed of sled dogs, whose homeland is the northern regions. They were bred by the Chukchi and were used initially as a power draft for transporting goods and people on sledges. The mushers regulated the number of dogs in the harness depending on the load. These are wayward and very beautiful animals that obey a person, if he is stronger. This happens in the pack, where weaker individuals recognize the power of the leader - the leader of the pack.

A small husky dog, despite its beautiful coat color and expressive blue or brown eyes, can show itself from a rather unexpected side: this is not a playful, affectionate and obedient dog, but a very intelligent, sharp-witted and cunning dog with a hard temper. Therefore, from the first months of life, the pet must know firmly what discipline is. And much depends on the nature of the owner. If this is a person with a good-natured character, melancholy, absent-minded, slow, then the husky will immediately begin to “dictate” his conditions.

On the other hand, people with a hot-tempered and abrupt character who are accustomed to solve problems by psychological pressure, loud shouts and, worse, through physical violence, will also not succeed in training this breed. In the best case, the dog will become gloomy, unsociable, in the worst - it can seriously bite the offender. This breed appreciates its fair attitude: commands are given to the dog in a calm and strict tone - she fulfills them, receiving a tasty “encouragement” for this.

From two months of life, the puppy must be accustomed to the place, fed at a certain time, be sure to walk with him. Open space is the life element of a dog. Tired after an active walk, she performs commands much better, is less distracted, thinks faster.

It is necessary to clearly balance the strict and affectionate attitude - Husky needs both. From a puppy that no one deals with, a dog grows up who does not obey anyone in the house - he breaks off the leash, bites people's things in the house and leaves to wander when the owner is barely distracted by him for a walk. The outlook is unpleasant, therefore Before you start a pet, you should carefully weigh the pros and cons.

Close attention is paid not only to the appearance of the puppy, but also to its behavior. Health and good physical condition can be identified by signs:

• the ears are tight, the tips stick up, the pet responds well to any sounds;
• straight teeth, normal bite;
• the tail does not bulge above the back, lowered down;
• strong addition;
• lively reaction to external stimuli: curiosity, attentiveness, energy;
• smooth, shiny, silky coat (color may vary).

The harsh climate of the Far North does not pamper people or animals. There is immutable law: the strongest survives. Life in a pack provides this breed of dog with a certain degree of safety.

The leader in the group is the leader. He makes independent decisions, chooses a path, bypasses dangerous places, and the rest of the dogs follow him. Husky live in conditions when mushers change, and the backbone of the pack remains the same. Therefore, dogs are primarily subordinate to the leader of the pack, and then to man. The trait that the husky acquired in such harsh conditions is independence. This fact must be taken into account when training a pet.

Another important point is the desire for imitation. Dogs in a pack are a "clan" where they are in close contact. Younger huskies quickly adopt the experience of older brothers. In conditions of low sub-zero temperatures, often poor and monotonous nutrition, new habits will save their lives more than once. Moreover, the "rules of the game" will be learned only if the unconditional authority of the stronger individuals is recognized.

Other distinctive features of the character of the husky:

• desire to take a leading position;
• stubbornness, the desire to get out of control of the owner;
• quick-wittedness, sharpness — dogs quickly “grasp” what they want from them;
• high intelligence;
• developed hunter instinct;
• desire for independent walks.

If people, due to circumstances, cannot give the pet 3-4 hours a day for training and education, it does not make sense to have a husky - the dog will do whatever it wants, and as a result, may disappear in an unknown direction while walking. But before that, she will spoil valuable things in the house (if she is not accustomed to dealing only with her toys), intimidates other pets (tendency to dominate) and, possibly, bites a child.

The basic husky team is able to learn already in 2 months.At this time, there is close emotional contact with households. The pet gets used to family members, distinguishes them from guests and strangers.

The puppy will not be aggressive towards other animals in the house if he sees them from a young age constantly. But this is possible subject to proper education. It's too early to talk about training - it starts from 4-5 months. But such teams as “It is impossible”, “Place”, “To me” husky will learn quickly. The leader for her in the family is not necessarily the breadwinner, but a person with dominant character traits.

Husky boys are more friendly and pliable in this sense, and girls are wayward, independent stubborn people who still have to tinker with. The sooner you begin to teach your puppy to teams, the more obedient and more fulfilling he will be in adulthood.

To succeed in training, you need to learn a few rules:

• commands are pronounced clearly, in a low and confident voice - there should not be shrill and high intonations in it;
• the dog perfectly assimilates information through the method of encouragement and punishment, but the “whip” in this case is the deprivation of goodies or the formation of a feeling of resentment by pressing the puppy to the ground (in no case is a cry or assault);
• Husky dogs are much better trained in the group of other dogs;
• Before you teach a dog a command at home, you must consult an experienced dog handler or sign up for an OKD (general training course).

Expert advice will help you feel more confident in raising a wayward pet. A well-formed training scheme is a guarantee that teams will be learned quickly, and husky dogs will not have to be retrained at an older age if there were any flaws in the training. For any correctly performed action, the dog receives a tidbit, favorite toy or affection from the owner.

Learning to perform basic tasks occurs gradually throughout the day. It is a mistake to believe that 1-2 hours of continuous training will ensure success. It will be better if the teams give from time to time during the day.

1. "A place". The puppy strives to lie down where it is softer, more comfortable, warmer: on a sofa, chair, carpet. The owner determines the place to rest as soon as the dog is brought into the house. When the husky begins to fit where she wants, you need to take her to the “couch” and give the command “Place”. A puppy can be encouraged with a piece of goodies.
2. "It is impossible". It is necessary to take care in advance that the pet has its own toys. When his teeth are cut, everything that is bad is used: shoes, slippers, gloves, bags. Manifestation of aggression towards other pets or children requires an immediate reaction. Therefore, the command "Fu" or "Not" should be learned immediately. The undesirable effect of the husky is stopped instantly: the prohibited item is pulled out of the mouth, the puppy is pressed to the floor or the ground. If he wanted to bite someone, his mouth is clamped by hand. At this time, the team is pronounced, which should sound loudly, confidently, strictly.
3. "Nearby". Training for the team takes place on the street. First, huskies are taught to use a soft collar, putting it on for a few minutes before walking. She will quickly get used to it, because this action will be associated with an emotion of joy. A strong leash clings to the collar. The dog will seek to escape from the owner on the street. She is pulled to the left foot with a light jerk and is strictly commanded: “Next.” It is important that the puppy does not run either forward or backward or to the side, but walks near the leg.
4. "Sit". A treat for the dog is placed at the level of its nose so that it does not lift its head up, but can observe the movements of the owner from a sitting position.You can put a little pressure on the withers until the dog settles down, say: "Sit" and encourage a little friend with a delicious treat.
5. "Lie down." The assimilation of the team occurs after the impeccable execution of the previous one. When the dog is sitting, they press the croup, and the treat is lowered even lower to the floor. When the pet completes the command, they give him a treat.

The pet must be confident in himself and in his "leader", that is, in the owner. With the wrong education, the husky does not become cowardly - it will be gloomy and aggressive. In this case, all the objects moving in her direction are a threat to her. In order not to spoil the character of the pet, you need to firmly grasp what cannot be done:

• shout;
• use cooing intonations in the voice;
• ignore daily walks;
• live in a mess when a lot of things are out of place;
• take the puppy out to the street, pressing it with his back to his chest (the stomach is open, which means that the vital organs of the husky are not protected from a potential threat);
• to squeeze a dog, like a stuffed toy;
• feed monotonously and poorly;
• forget your pet at home for a few days.

As a reward for the dog for the right actions are her favorite treats. It can be cheese, dried meat, dry food (undesirable). Here the approach should be individual. The main thing is the positive motivation of the animal.

Both encouragement and punishment must be followed immediately. Husky cannot be punished when she did something reprehensible a few hours ago - this can only be done in hot pursuit. Before making it clear to the pet that he made a mistake, you need to carefully analyze what caused his act.

1. Nibbled the walls and wallpaper. Pay attention to the diet - perhaps the dog’s diet lacks certain minerals and vitamins.
2. I tore open the curtains, ruined the furniture, bit my shoe. Buy a puppy toys, do not leave him for a long time at home alone. The kid is bored in solitude - he entertained himself as he could. He did not imagine how important the safety of the interior was for the owner.
3. Chasing another pet. Husky has a hunting instinct. Either a new resident appeared in the house recently and the puppy has not yet got used to him, or he himself is humiliated by people.
4. Bit the baby. The puppy became aggressive due to improper upbringing. He became a hindrance to people, they do not like him.
5. He goes to the toilet at home whenever he wants. With a husky do not walk or take out for a walk when it works. Not accustomed to a tray or diaper. Perhaps no one was involved in this problem at all.

And with proper, adequate upbringing, when the owner feels happy and is ready to share a piece of happiness with a cheerful, agile, mischievous pet - a positive return will follow immediately.

The puppy should have a rich, full-fledged diet. They feed, as well as walk, with him at the same time. The pet should be encouraged and punished immediately, then it will quickly catch the connection between cause and effect. It is advisable to constantly expand the horizons of an eared friend, visiting new places with him.

You can not prevent him from communicating with other dogs on the street. He forms a friendly, loyal attitude towards other animals.But you need to make sure that further communication with other people's pets does not lead to unpleasant moments (he went for a walk with the "bad company", aggressively reacted to the defiant behavior of another dog). The average life of a husky is 12-15 years. And all this time the owner must be for him the parent, friend and undisputed leader of the "pack."

About the features of training dogs of this breed is described in the video below.